Exploring the conventions of Shakespearean tragedy in 'Romeo and Juliet'
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I can consider the conventions of Shakespearean tragedies and how ‘Romeo and Juliet’ meets these conventions.
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A tragedy is a play dealing with tragic events and often ends with a death.
Shakespearean tragedies conventionally involve a tragic hero with a hamartia.
Conventionally, Shakespearean tragedies involve supernatural elements and fate which can add discomfort.
Shakespearean tragedies also involve internal and external conflict as well as a battle of good vs. evil.
At the end of a tragedy the audience experiences a release of pent up emotions called catharsis.
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